Your Health Matters. Don't Wait Until Something Hurts.

Can I say something real for a minute?

Too many of us wait until we're sick before we see a doctor. We tell ourselves, "I'm fine." We stay busy taking care of everybody else, working overtime, running errands, getting the kids ready for school... and our own health gets pushed to the bottom of the list.

The truth is, high blood pressure, diabetes, and other serious health conditions often don't have warning signs until they've already done damage.

That's why health experts continue encouraging people to take advantage of free community screening events when they're available and to stay connected with local health centers that offer preventive care throughout the year.

🩺 FREE COMMUNITY HEALTH EVENTS

📅 Saturday, August 15

FREE Blood Pressure Screenings

📍 Douglass Branch Library3353 W. 13th StreetChicago, IL 60623

🕐 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Walk in, get your blood pressure checked, and learn more about maintaining a healthy heart.

🏥 YEAR-ROUND HEALTH RESOURCES

If you can't make it to a community event, these health centers provide preventive care and health screenings throughout the year. Services may be free or low-cost depending on your insurance, income, or eligibility, so be sure to call ahead.

📍 Cook County Health Blue Island Health Center

12757 S. Western Ave.Blue Island, IL 60406

Services include:• Blood pressure monitoring• Diabetes care• Women's health• Breast and cervical cancer referrals• Primary care

☎️ 312-864-0200

📍 ACCESS Blue Island Family Health Center

13000 Maple Ave.Blue Island, IL 60406

Services include:• Preventive health screenings• Family medicine• Women's health• Diabetes management• Behavioral health

📍 Beloved Community Family Wellness Center

2338 New St.Blue Island, IL 60406

Services include:• Wellness exams• Blood pressure monitoring• Diabetes care• Men's and women's preventive services• HIV/STD testing

📍 Advocate South Suburban Hospital

17800 Kedzie Ave.Hazel Crest, IL 60429

Offers community wellness programs throughout the year, including:• Heart health education• Diabetes education• Breast cancer awareness programs• Community health events

Visit their community calendar or call the hospital for upcoming free events.

📍 Palos Township Health Services

10802 S. Roberts Rd.Palos Hills, IL 60465

Offers community wellness services, including select free blood pressure, blood sugar, and cholesterol screenings on scheduled dates.

Call ahead for the next screening event.

🎀 Breast & Cervical Cancer Screenings

Eligible suburban Cook County residents may qualify for free breast and cervical cancer screenings through the Cook County Department of Public Health's Illinois Breast & Cervical Cancer Program.

Contact Cook County Department of Public Health or your local Cook County Health Center to learn about eligibility and schedule an appointment.

❤️ South Suburban Residents

If you live in:

📍 Harvey📍 Markham📍 Country Club Hills📍 Matteson📍 Hazel Crest📍 Dolton📍 Phoenix📍 Riverdale📍 Homewood📍 Flossmoor📍 Blue Island📍 Calumet City📍 Richton Park📍 Oak Forest

Don't forget to check with your:

• 🏛️ Village Hall

• 🌳 Park District

• ⛪ Local churches

• 🏥 Hospitals

• 🏢 Township offices

Many of these organizations host free health fairs, mobile screening events, and wellness clinics throughout the year.

💬 TODAY'S BOOM QUESTION

Be honest... when was the last time you had a complete check-up?

❤️ Within the last year?

💛 One to three years ago?

💔 Has it been longer than that?

Your health is one investment you can't afford to put off. A simple screening today could make all the difference tomorrow.

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